In 2015, the world lost one of its shining stars, Becky Lockhart. She was the first female Speaker of the House in Utah and passed
Quotes and stories about Becky Lockhart show us a better way
What’s in a Name?
What’s in a name? Where did you get your name? Obviously, your parents, I know. But where did they get it? And I’m not talking
Poignant
Life is full of poignant moments – moments when time all but stops. Two years ago last July my second child and oldest daughter was
Bible Rescue Saves the Family Bible and the Genealogy Inside
It’s been about five years since Joseph Kerry discovered an old, but beautiful family Bible at a yard sale. Inside he found a treasure of
Oral History – The easiest, most rewarding way to finish a life story
There is true power in oral history. Recently I sat with a client as we worked on writing his life story. I asked a simple
How Does God Show Tender Mercies in Your Life?
How does God show tender mercies in your life? What is a tender mercy you ask? I believe it’s a simple reminder of God’s love
Help! My Story is Stuck! Why Writing a Memoir Is Possible
It’s not uncommon for your story to feel stuck, or to feel like writing a memoir is a completely impossible task. We have a vision
A thing worth doing is worth doing badly – The 10,000-hour rule
Ever have a week when you’re in the zone? When the wind is at your back and it feels like there is no chain on
Questions to Ask Your Parents or Grandparents
Interview your parents or grandparents Ever wonder what questions to ask your parents or grandparents? I have have years of experience doing oral history interviews
How you can be a Multiplier and not a Diminisher
This article is a departure from what I usually write about – the craft of memoir and technologies to tell your story. I recently read
